Another year lived...

and lived well.

My sweetheart took me out for a night on the town. Which really means, dinner and a movie. It was so nice to sit and talk during dinner and hold hands during the movie. Robin Hood was very good. Russell Crowe was a very handsome long bow carrying, arrow shooting, hero of the story. The movie kind of reminded us of Gladiator (which we loved) in the whole epic story sorta way. Let me tell ya, those folks really needed a toothbrush. You'll understand if you see the film.

My man was my handsome hero of the day.

He made this delectable treat for my birthday. Homemade carrot cake (my fave) with real cream cheese frosting. It da bomb yo!! Seriously, he even pulled the carrots from the garden. Now, if that's not homemade.....



For supper, he pulled together a lil surf and turf. I don't know but it feels like today must have been my birthday or something.

My babies poured on the love and I soaked it all in.

I finished the day sitting on the front porch with a cup of coffee, a cool breeze, enjoying the sound of a Summer rain.

Contentment in this life!

Children in the Corn

He who works his land will have abundant food,

but he who chases fantasies lacks judgement.

Proverbs12:11Sorry friends, blogging has taken a back seat these past few weeks. Life and beautiful weather draws me out doors most days. The work load has doubled since the garden is in full growth. Weeds, weeds, and more weeds...if we don't keep up with the

weeds, they will take over.
The whole family pitches in with the work.

My girl rounds up her Spring chicks.

This is our biggest garden so far and it is growing so beautifully.

Green beans and zucchini

squash

Lots of corn to fill our freezer.

and much more...

Still with all the work,

we remember to find time to smell the roses...

Some days,

my cup runs over and over and over some more. :)

God's goodness and blessings abound in this life.

Make it your ambition to lead a quiet life, to

mind your own business and to work with your

hands, just as we told you, so that your daily

life may win the respect of outsiders and so

that you will not be dependent on anybody.

1 Thessalonians 4:11-12

my special day

My boy woke up early Saturday morning thinking it was Mothers day. He had a plan! He locked himself in my closet for an hour up to something, he was. When he finally emerged, I gently informed him Sunday is mothers day. All day, he was eager to give me his gift but we waited. Early Sunday morning, they surprised me with special gifts. This beautiful love letter from my boy to his best girl. See that's him and I, he is telling me "I love you" and happy muthrs day. Treasure this, I will!

Bring on the jewelry! They say, "diamonds are a girl's best friend" but I say my jewelry made of beads are this girl's treasure. I have lots! :) These are my newest mothers day editions.

My sweet husband made a big breakfast and then cleaned the kitchen. He also, made dinner and cleaned the kitchen. I was left speechless.......for about a minute. Wonderful man of mine! I could grow to love this side of you that cooks and cleans. ;)


I spent the rest of my day enjoying my family on such a beautiful day.

Laughing at silly boys! Remember that old break dance move the "kick worm" this is my nephew's version. He was surprisingly good at it for such a big boy. He keeps us laughing!

Garrett had to give it a go! No such luck with lift off, but still, very funny to watch.

My sweet mama!

My boy showing some off some of his dance moves. He does that a lot!

Thank you family for a wonderful day.

I get to be their mom and that makes my everyday MOTHERS DAY.

A Simple Life

for most of life, i think we fight God. we keep trying to show him what we think we were made for. we keep giving him better ideas. we keep working for something bigger & greater than anything he seems to have in mind. for many of us, by the time we are in mid-life, we feel we somehow have missed out on some of the great things we were born for. we fight with God over this.

i come to you, however, knowing God made me not to impress you. not to be perfect or a genius. not to make a million dollars!

God made me to be uncomplicated in my faith. to watch children & kites & sunsets & rainbows & enjoy them. to take your hand regardless of who you are or how you look. to listen to you. to accept you right where you are. to love you unconditionally.

God made me to be real. to be honest. to be open. to never compare myself to you, but to strive to become my own best person.
~ann kiemel anderson

Because he made me simple,

i will enjoy...

the blossoming blueberry bush.

a simple candle lit meal with this family.

the blessing's we receive in a nest.


the sprout's of carrot seedlings.

the new growth in the soil.

looking forward to a bountiful harvest.

a girl in pink jammies trailing after her chicken.

a shady swing,

were i can sit with the Word in my lap,

and watch life happen all around me.

these are the things that give me joy and peace.

i am a simple woman,

content to living a simple kind of life.

But godliness with contentment is great gain. For we brought nothing into the world, and we can take nothing out of it. But if we have food and clothing, we will be content with that.

1 Timothy 6:6-8

I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances. I know what it is to be in need, and I know what it is to have plenty. I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation, whether well fed or hungry, whether living in plenty or in want. I can do everything through him who gives me strength. Phillippians 4:11-13

Gracie's Disney Weekend

Country mouse goes to Disney! This weekend our Gracie Bug had her first visit to Disney World and Animal Kingdom. We really had a wonderful time just watching her laugh, smile, and be a very happy excited little girl. Big brother had a wonderful time too, but he had already experienced the magic that IS Disney.

(Warning: lots of vacation photos.)

Cinderella's castle

Mama told you guys to wear your sunglasses.
We don't go away very often, but when we do, I prefer a nice CLEAN hotel.
Country mouse definitely approved. See that smile!



These sleep number beds are very bouncy and comfy.

Fancy granite and marble bathroom. We were pleasantly surprised at the nice details of our hotel accommodations. Yeah, we don't get out much! :)

Hot Rod!

Can I please see your driver's license?

Eyes on the road joker.

Daddy and his girl!

"Yo Ho, Yo Ho! A pirate's life for me. "

oops, added this one twice...

She wanted this Dalmatian for a souvenir.

My hair.....don't ask, cause IDK.

"It's a small world after all.

It's a small world after all.

It's a small small world."

Cuties

This is the "Tree of Life" at Animal Kingdom.

The details carved into the tree are Amazing.

See the tiger face carved in the base.

This artificial tree was beautiful, but I'm sure, it's nothing compared to the REAL

"Tree of Life."

Silver Back....She wanted him to come home with us.

and these guys....

and mama elephant too. =)

Why not, everybody load up.

I hope they all play nice together.

We had a wonderful get-a-way, but like Dorothy says,
"there's no place like home."